Portland, Maine, USA
3 days ago
Per Diem Clinician
Description Position at Liberty Bay Recovery

Per Diem Master's Level Clinician for Intensive Outpatient Recovery ProgramAt Liberty Bay Recovery, we do things differently. Our workforce are not just employees, they are members of a large, diverse, mission and values driven family who are collectively committed to changing and saving lives affected by addiction. We celebrate being an Employer of Choice committed to providing a recovery friendly and equal opportunity workplace.  Drug and alcohol counselors provide addiction prevention services and treatment. Their duties include but are not limited to screening. intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referrals, reports, recordkeeping, and a consultation with other professionals regarding client treatment and services. Drug and alcohol counselors assist clients with developing treatment plans and provide support and feedback that ensures clients to abstain from substances and live happy and productive lives free of their addiction.   Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with multiple health and criminal justice professionals using tact, diplomacy, and disciplineAble to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgroundsComplete documentation of individual, group progress notes within 24 hours of serviceComplete individual treatment plans within regulatory timeframeComplete ongoing reviews of treatment plan with clients weeklyComplete documentation of discharge notes of all clients within 24 hours of dischargeReport any complaints or violations of licensing guidelines to clinical supervisor within 24 hours of being notified of violationComplete with client, individual treatment plan within 5 business days for all levels of care and within 24 hours for Detox LOCAttend consistent care team meetings based on clients’ needsDemonstrates and fosters the company’s Mission, Vision and ValuesMust meet pre-employment and maintain all applicable state, national, and job-related guidelines for reference checking, background screening,10 panel urine drug screening, health screening, DMV (if applicable), insurance (if applicable), and license/credential verifications Versatile, flexible, and willing to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasmProvide daily communication/collaboration with treatment team of residents on personal caseloadProvide individual and group psychotherapy sessions with program participants on personal caseloadMaintain all ethical standards consistent with his/her own professional licensing board in addition to standardsAdheres to all HIPAA guidelinesParticipate in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices   Qualifications:Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health, Social Work, or similar masters level degrees ME state licensed preferred but not required 2-4 years direct experience in the field of mental health and substance use disorders preferred but not required  Thorough knowledge of causes and treatments of addiction and are trained to make decisions based on ethical and professional standardsMaintain individual professional license in good standing Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check COVID-19 considerations:Everyone will be asked to be in compliance with the most recent COVID guidelines from CDC, State, County and City. Here is what you can expect from us:

Liberty Bay Recovery Center is committed to helping people achieve lasting sobriety through comprehensive care and compassionate support. Founded by and staffed with individuals in recovery themselves, we treat residents with the respect and dignity they deserve. Our Canterbury center provides individualized care and evidence-based clinical approaches in an environment that promotes healing.
Liberty Bay Recovery Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.

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